Mabo Tofu

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Looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish? Look no further than this delicious Mabo tofu recipe. This traditional Chinese dish features soft tofu simmered in a spicy and savory sauce, packed with umami flavors. With its combination of tender tofu and bold seasonings, it is sure to please both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. Whether you're craving a comforting dinner or looking to explore new flavors, this Mabo tofu recipe is a must-try.

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Mabo tofu recipe details

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A spicy Chinese sauce that is served over steamed rice. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of sesame oil. This recipe more closely matches the heat found in the medium mix found in Japanese and Chinese grocery stores. This recipe has the depth of flavor that makes this dish so unique. In addition, unlike the box, I can adjust the spiciness to match the tender palates that seem to plague my family.

Ready in: 35 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 pound ground pork
• 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped ginger
• 4 cups water
• 1 cube chicken bouillon
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 teaspoons Toban Djan (Chili Bean Paste)
• 40 ounces tofu, cut into cubes
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 green onions, diced
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins

1. Add vegetable oil to skillet over medium heat and brown ground pork. Add garlic and ginger and cook until ginger is soft. Add water, bouillon, soy sauce, oyster sauce and Toban Djan. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer while preparing tofu.
2. Add tofu cubes and cook until tofu is soft. Add cornstarch, stirring gently to avoid breaking tofu. When thickened remove from heat. Add green onions and sesame oil.